some subset of things like Rubicon, Dusy, Fordyce, Swamp Lake, etc., pretty open to options

I would love to go back down but can't see that happening with my current plans.Can I recommend Barrett Lake if you haven't put it on your list? In my experience it is the most consistent technical trail I have been on down in the area plus a great lake to camp at and a short hike out to a plane wreck that is well worth the effort.

I am not familiar personally with Dusy or Swamp Lake so I can't compare to them but am familiar with the Rubicon and Fordyce in comparison.

The Tahoe ski resorts are all around 45-50 feet of cumulative snow this year with standing totals of 20 feet or so. As Scott mentioned, it will likely be there deep into what we call summer. Keep in mind that the Rubicon is at 6500 feet of elevation and others go higher yet.

We can wait a bit longer but I'll need to commit to a time at some point. I'd say we plan on mid-August (12th-20th), there'll probably be things down there worth running, and if not we can go somewhere else in the huge country filled with great wheeling opportunities!

I'd be extremely surprised if Rubicon isn't melted out by then along with the majority of other trails in California, if it is the destination will change to something that is open (actually doesn't​ even have to be Rubicon trail as far as I'm concerned, just want to go do some California trails)

I'd be extremely surprised if Rubicon isn't melted out by then along with the majority of other trails in California, if it is the destination will change to something that is open (actually doesn't​ even have to be Rubicon trail as far as I'm concerned, just want to go do some California trails)

Ill let you know mid July. I have a trip planned with some buddies around then. I would be skeptical of the Fordyce though. With the snow melting I'm wondering how much water they will be letting out.

I'd be extremely surprised if Rubicon isn't melted out by then along with the majority of other trails in California, if it is the destination will change to something that is open (actually doesn't​ even have to be Rubicon trail as far as I'm concerned, just want to go do some California trails)

I'm about 80% committed at this point. Been wanting to go to the rubicon for a long time.

New here. I'm Bill From Oak Harbor WA, I got my 96 XJ in March. I've taken it out to check its capabilities through Walker Valley, All through Manastash, The mud pit near Darrington and lots of off the grid spots. it has handled well and have spare parts in toe. I don't have any wheeling buddies. I mostly just hook up with strangers when i get on trails. Anyway, Me and my son decided we are doing the Rubicon and it would be wise to find some trail buddies. This was the first place I looked. If you still going? we are for sure and would appreciate it.

New here. I'm Bill From Oak Harbor WA, I got my 96 XJ in March. I've taken it out to check its capabilities through Walker Valley, All through Manastash, The mud pit near Darrington and lots of off the grid spots. it has handled well and have spare parts in toe. I don't have any wheeling buddies. I mostly just hook up with strangers when i get on trails. Anyway, Me and my son decided we are doing the Rubicon and it would be wise to find some trail buddies. This was the first place I looked. If you still going? we are for sure and would appreciate it.

How is your XJ setup (tires/axles/lockers etc.)?

I'm meeting up with at least one person to run part of the Rubicon on Monday (Lake Tahoe side hopefully to Buck Island Lake, and then back out same day). We'll be moving pretty fast.

Unconfirmed at this point but hopefully meeting someone to run Fordyce later in the week.

I am planning on 2-4 days on the Rubicon then whatever trails on the way up. I have no time limit. Reno 4X4 is going out next month. I am going to try and hook up with them. I go out weekly in WA, all year round exploring old fire / logging roads I have rediscovered some awesome places and am always open to road trips in & out of WA, so keep me in mind. I am retired navy and am just screwing off for a couple years.

I am planning on 2-4 days on the Rubicon then whatever trails on the way up. I have no time limit. Reno 4X4 is going out next month. I am going to try and hook up with them. I go out weekly in WA, all year round exploring old fire / logging roads I have rediscovered some awesome places and am always open to road trips in & out of WA, so keep me in mind. I am retired navy and am just screwing off for a couple years.

Ok, it doesn't look like I'll be doing a multi-day Rubicon Trail this trip due to the plans I've already setup, so if you're set on that enjoy!

New here. I'm Bill From Oak Harbor WA, I got my 96 XJ in March. I've taken it out to check its capabilities through Walker Valley, All through Manastash, The mud pit near Darrington and lots of off the grid spots. it has handled well and have spare parts in toe. I don't have any wheeling buddies. I mostly just hook up with strangers when i get on trails. Anyway, Me and my son decided we are doing the Rubicon and it would be wise to find some trail buddies. This was the first place I looked. If you still going? we are for sure and would appreciate it.

Hey Bill we are heading down labor day week if you want to come with us?

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